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It depends on the neighborhood. Of the 15 Trenton neighborhoods we score (average 54/100), 1 are comfortable to walk around with normal awareness and 14 call for more care, especially after dark. Green means comfortable on foot; red means we would not walk it casually.
What makes up this score?City average
54
Caution
Neighborhoods scored
15
1 comfortable to walk
Score mix
- Go: 0
- Go, stay aware: 1
- Caution: 11
- No-go after dark: 3
Top 10 safest neighborhoods in Trenton
- 1Glen AftonTrentonGlen Afton is an attractive, tree-lined residential neighborhood nestled between the Delaware River and the Delaware and Raritan Canal in Northwest…71Go, stay aware
- 2Hillcrest (Trenton)TrentonHillcrest is a leafy residential neighborhood situated in Trenton's West Ward near the Ewing Township border and historic Cadwalader Park…64Caution
- 3Mill HillTrentonMill Hill is a landmark 19th-century historic district situated along the Assunpink Creek just east of downtown Trenton. Known for its brick row…62Caution
- 4The IslandTrentonThe Island is a small, quiet pocket neighborhood nestled between Route 29, the Delaware and Raritan Canal, and the Delaware River in Trenton…62Caution
- 5Cadwalader HeightsTrentonCadwalader Heights is a quiet, historic neighborhood in Trenton developed in the early 20th century, featuring planned curvilinear streets designed…62Caution
- 6Berkeley Square Historic DistrictTrentonBerkeley Square Historic District is a turn-of-the-twentieth-century planned residential enclave located in Trenton's West Ward, characterized by…62Caution
- 7Perdicaris PlaceTrentonPerdicaris Place is a secluded, one-block historic enclave in western Trenton lined with grand late-19th-century Queen Anne and Victorian homes. It…58Caution
- 8Top RoadTrentonTop Road is a working-class neighborhood located in North Trenton adjacent to the Lawrence Township border along Brunswick Avenue and North Olden…54Caution
- 9ChambersburgTrentonChambersburg is a historic, working-class neighborhood in South Trenton characterized by tight-knit row homes and deep community roots. Once famous…52Caution
- 10Central WestTrentonCentral West is an urban residential neighborhood in Trenton situated west of downtown and proximate to the Delaware River and Cadwalader Park. It…52Caution
Use more caution: 10 lowest-scoring areas
- 1North TrentonTrenton38No-go after dark
- 2East TrentonTrenton38No-go after dark
- 3Battle MonumentTrenton44No-go after dark
- 4South TrentonTrenton46Caution
- 5LambertonTrenton52Caution
- 6Central WestTrenton52Caution
- 7ChambersburgTrenton52Caution
- 8Top RoadTrenton54Caution
- 9Perdicaris PlaceTrenton58Caution
- 10Berkeley Square Historic DistrictTrenton62Caution
Best things to do in Trenton
- Explore the historic exhibits and local fine art collections at the Trenton City Museum at Ellarslie
- Walk or jog along the tree-canopied paths of Frederick Law Olmsted-designed Cadwalader Park
- Take an architectural walking tour of the well-maintained early 20th-century stone and brick homes
- Embark on a self-guided food tour tasting authentic pupusas, tacos, and fresh pastries along South Clinton Avenue.
- Pick up traditional rolls, cannoli, and Italian specialty breads at legacy neighborhood bakeries.
- Visit the nearby Roebling Park and Abbott Marshlands for walking trails and wildlife viewing just south of the neighborhood.
- Catch a baseball game or community event at Trenton Thunder Ballpark along the scenic Delaware River
- Explore the historic brick architecture and adaptive reuse spaces at the Roebling complex
Getting around Trenton
Transit
- NJ Transit operates local bus routes (such as Route 608) along nearby West State Street and Sullivan Way. The Trenton Transit Center (Northeast Corridor rail, River LINE, and SEPTA) is about a 10-minute drive or 2.5-mile bus ride away.
- NJ Transit operates local bus service via routes 601 and 606 along nearby thoroughfares, connecting to the Trenton Transit Center (Amtrak, NJ Transit Northeast Corridor, and SEPTA rail) roughly 2.5 miles away.
- NJ Transit operates extensive bus routes along East State and Broad Streets, and the Trenton Transit Center (serving Amtrak, NJ Transit Northeast Corridor, and SEPTA) is just a 5 to 10-minute walk east.
Biking & trails
- The Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park Trail runs directly along the neighborhood's eastern flank, offering miles of off-road cycling north toward Lambertville and south toward downtown Trenton; bike-share stations are not present.
- While on-street protected lanes are limited, the neighborhood enjoys quick access to the multi-use trails at Cadwalader Park and the Delaware and Raritan (D&R) Canal State Park Trail.
Parking
- Street parking is free and readily available throughout the neighborhood on residential streets without meters or permits required.
- Street parking is plentiful, free, and generally easy to find throughout the residential side streets, with most homes also featuring private driveways.
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All Trenton neighborhoods by safety score
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- Glen AftonTrentonGlen Afton is an attractive, tree-lined residential neighborhood nestled between the Delaware River and the Delaware and Raritan Canal in Northwest…71Go, stay aware
- Hillcrest (Trenton)TrentonHillcrest is a leafy residential neighborhood situated in Trenton's West Ward near the Ewing Township border and historic Cadwalader Park…64Caution
- Berkeley Square Historic DistrictTrentonBerkeley Square Historic District is a turn-of-the-twentieth-century planned residential enclave located in Trenton's West Ward, characterized by…62Caution
- Cadwalader HeightsTrentonCadwalader Heights is a quiet, historic neighborhood in Trenton developed in the early 20th century, featuring planned curvilinear streets designed…62Caution
- Mill HillTrentonMill Hill is a landmark 19th-century historic district situated along the Assunpink Creek just east of downtown Trenton. Known for its brick row…62Caution
- The IslandTrentonThe Island is a small, quiet pocket neighborhood nestled between Route 29, the Delaware and Raritan Canal, and the Delaware River in Trenton…62Caution
- Perdicaris PlaceTrentonPerdicaris Place is a secluded, one-block historic enclave in western Trenton lined with grand late-19th-century Queen Anne and Victorian homes. It…58Caution
- Top RoadTrentonTop Road is a working-class neighborhood located in North Trenton adjacent to the Lawrence Township border along Brunswick Avenue and North Olden…54Caution
- Central WestTrentonCentral West is an urban residential neighborhood in Trenton situated west of downtown and proximate to the Delaware River and Cadwalader Park. It…52Caution
- ChambersburgTrentonChambersburg is a historic, working-class neighborhood in South Trenton characterized by tight-knit row homes and deep community roots. Once famous…52Caution
- LambertonTrentonLamberton is a historic, working-class neighborhood located in South Trenton along the Delaware River. It features a blend of older brick rowhouses…52Caution
- South TrentonTrentonSouth Trenton is a historic, densely populated urban neighborhood marked by rowhouse corridors, industrial heritage, and diverse culinary traditions…46Caution
- Battle MonumentTrentonBattle Monument is an urban neighborhood in Trenton anchored by the iconic 148-foot granite column at Five Points, commemorating the pivotal 1776…44No-go after dark
- East TrentonTrentonEast Trenton is a historic, densely populated urban neighborhood characterized by brick rowhouses, light industrial pockets, and a strong Latino…38No-go after dark
- North TrentonTrentonNorth Trenton is a densely populated, historic urban neighborhood located just north of downtown Trenton, characterized by classic brick rowhomes and…38No-go after dark
Trenton safety questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Trenton?
Glen Afton scores highest at 71/100, followed by Hillcrest (Trenton) (64) and Mill Hill (62).
Is Trenton safe to walk at night?
In the 0 green-rated areas, generally yes with normal awareness. In the 14 orange or red areas, stick to busy, lit streets or take a ride after dark.
Which Trenton areas should visitors be careful in?
Our lowest-scoring areas are North Trenton (38), East Trenton (38), Battle Monument (44). Visit in daylight and stay on the main streets.
How does VibeLoco score Trenton neighborhoods?
Each score blends recent reported crime and local news with Census data on income, poverty and housing, refreshed nightly. Walk and bike scores are shown separately.